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Summary

This announcement is for Veteran's
Recruitment Authority (VRA) eligible applicants only. For more
information on VRA eligibilities, see Special
Hiring Authorities for Veterans. If you have not served
in the U.S. military or if you do not qualify under VRA, please apply to our
Direct Hire Announcement here.

A fully trained Border Patrol Agent
(BPA) may be eligible for overtime pay (up to an additional 25% of salary).
Border Patrol Agents (BPA) may also have a higher starting salary based on
their duty location. Please visit the OPM website for more information.

This
is a targeted announcement for applicants with previous/current law enforcement
or military law enforcement experience. Please see
the"Qualifications" section below to determine eligibility.

Discover
a challenging and rewarding career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP), the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders. CBP
employees protect our Nation's borders from terrorism, human and drug
smuggling, illegal migration, and agricultural pests while simultaneously
facilitating the flow of legitimate travel and trade.

This
is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-9, GS-11, and
GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level
(without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each
grade level (with supervisor approval). For example you could:

· start as a
BPA in June 2018 as a GL-9 and make $51,424 - $64,280 per year*

· be
promoted in June 2019 to GS-11 and make $60,210 - $75,262 per year*

· be
promoted in June 2020 to GS-12 and make $72,168 - $90,210 per year*

*Please note this example includes a
range from minimum locality pay up to maximum potential salary with overtime earnings.
Pay rates are based on the 2018 "Rest of the United States" salary table
and do not take into consideration higher locality pay where applicable or
yearly cost of living increases.

Polygraph
Information: You must complete and pass a polygraph examination to be
eligible for the position. If you are a Veteran and have a TS-SCI
clearance, you may be eligible for a polygraph waiver. CBP may accept the
results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP polygraph exam. See
the Additional Information section below for more information.

Polygraph
Reciprocity: CBP
may accept the results of a prior in federal polygraph exam lieu of a CBP
polygraph exam. You may request reciprocity at the time of polygraph exam
scheduling.

Responsibilities

The Department of Homeland
Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests
and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism;
secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other
dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and
ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a
diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

The video: Border Patrol  Protecting the Homeland emphasizes the importance of Border Patrol's frontline role
in helping CBP accomplish its mission. For more information on CBP's mission,
activities, and careers please visit our website at CBP.gov.

Apply to this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's and our partners' ability to perform their homeland security functions by doing the following:

Patrol international land borders and coastal waters

Detect and prevent the illegal entry and smuggling of aliens into the United States

Detect and prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering into the United States

Prevent the illegal trafficking of people, narcotics and contraband into the United States

Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include:

Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions

Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishments of USBP Mission. These assets may include, but are not limited to: vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off road vehicles, ATV's, snowmobiles and motorcycles

Patrolling the
international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government
assets for the accomplishments of USBP Mission. These assets may include,
but are not limited to: vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off road
vehicles, ATV's, snowmobiles and motorcycles

Convictions of misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are disqualifying

You will be required to carry a firearm

You will be required to work regular and recurring shift work

You must have resided in the U.S. for the last 3 years

You must meet job-related medical, fitness and drug-testing standards

You must have a valid driver's license

This is anExcepted Serviceappointment.
After successfully completing 2 years of service, you will be converted to the
competitive service.

Firearm Proficiency: Firearm proficiency is required for Border Patrol Agents
and is part of the training provided.

Current Federal Employees: Current federal employees who apply to this
announcement may be required to accept a change to lower grade
which will reduce their current salary based on Federal pay regulations.
Note: If you are a current GS-12 step 1, your salary may be reduced to a
GL-9 step 10, which equates to an approximate $5,910.00 salary reduction
(based on locality). Re-promotion is not guaranteed. Timeframes and grade level
re-promotion is at the discretion of the agency.

Language Proficiency: Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and
read Spanish, as well as English.

Formal Training: You will
be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New
Mexico for approximately 6 months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws,
law enforcement and Border Patrol-specific operations, drivers training,
physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. You will
also be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish
language and will be tested on your language abilities.

Shift Work/Overtime: This position requires
regular and recurring shift work. You must be willing and available to
work rotating shifts. You may also be rotated between assignments and duty
locations. You could be required to work overtime on a daily basis and
will be compensated up to 25% of your base pay in accordance with the Border
patrol Agent Reform Act of 2014.

Uniform:
This position requires you to wear
an officially-approved uniform while in a duty status.

Residency Requirement: To be considered for this position,
an applicant must meet the residency requirement for three years before his or
her application by:

1. Residing within the United
States or its protectorate or territories; or

2. Working for the U.S. government
as an overseas Federal or military employee; or

3. Being a dependent of a U.S.
Federal or military employee serving overseas

Exceptions may be
granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information regarding
participation in "Study Abroad" programs, overseas church missions,
or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overseas. You
must provide information and related documentation during the hiring process.

Qualifications

The
qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of
this announcement.

If you do not have previous or
current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may
qualify for the GL-5 or GL-7 grade levels. Please refer to the GL-5/7 grade
level announcement here.

You qualify for the GL-9 grade level
(starting salary $ 52,285 up to $65,356 with potential overtime) if you possess
the following:

One year of specialized work
experience in law enforcement that demonstrates the ability to make arrests
which includes the detainment of a person(s), handcuffing, restraining,
arresting or containment of person(s) and/or have one year of
specialized work experience that demonstrates the ability to develop and
maintain contact with a network of informants, social and political
organizations, state and local enforcement agencies, and private citizens, to
ensure continuity of enforcement work and to carry out enforcement
responsibilities. Experience should also demonstrate the ability to perform or
conduct several of the following: criminal investigation involving violation of
state, local or federal laws; seizure of illegal contraband (drugs); law
enforcement database checks for citizenship, warrants, etc.; obtain or execute
search warrants relevant to criminal cases or activity; testify in court to
present evidence or act as a witness in administrative and/or criminal cases;
administer oaths and/or receive sworn statements or facts from witnesses or
other parties; exercise sound judgement in interpreting and applying matters
relating to national security; deal effectively with individuals or groups of
persons in a courteous, tactful manner in connection with law enforcement
matters; and/or analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions or take
prompt and appropriate law enforcement action in light of applicable laws,
court decisions, and sound law enforcement procedures.

If you meet minimum qualifications,
you will be contacted for placement into the hiring process. CBP does not
pay for travel.

To be eligible for overtime,
employees must be fully trained.

National Service Experience (i.e.,
volunteer experience): refers to paid
and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service
programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can
provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid
employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including
volunteer experience.

Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize
employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are
currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A,
Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive
Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Age Requirement: Effective May 14, 2016, the Commissioner of CBP has
approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age for original
placement into a BPA position; therefore, candidates must be referred for
selection before reaching their 40th birthday (increased from age 37). In
accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law
enforcement retirement provisions. However, the age restriction may not apply
if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian
law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or
Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). This measure will increase the statutorily mandatory
retirement to an age of up to 60 to allow individuals the opportunity to
complete 20 years of law enforcement service (See U.S.C 8425 (b)(1) and 8335
(b)(1)).

The age
restriction does not apply if you are a veterans' preference eligible. For
more information on eligibility as a veterans' preference eligible please see
the OPM veterans' guide.

Education

Additional information

Polygraph
Examination: The BPA position is a
polygraph-required position. You must take a polygraph exam and have favorable
results in order to continue in the pre-employment process. Please see Polygraph
Examination.

Polygraph
Reciprocity: CBP
may accept the results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP
polygraph exam. You will receive information to request reciprocity in your
Background Investigation package.

Polygraph
Waiver:
Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver. You will receive
information to request a waiver in your Background Investigation package.

Background Investigation: This position is a sensitive National
Security Position and, upon selection, candidates will be required to
undergo, and must successfully pass, a Tier 5 investigation or equivalent for
placement and retention in this position. For more information,
please see Background Investigation.

Misdemeanor
Crime of Domestic Violence: The
Border Patrol Agent position is a weapons-carrying position. Any person who has
been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully
possess a firearm or ammunition. Therefore, if you have been convicted of a
misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you are not qualified for this
position.

Medical/Physical Requirements: This position has medical/physical requirements. Click here for position specific requirements. You must complete the medical screening process
and be found to meet the medical standards for the position. Employees in this
position may be required to undergo a medical examination/evaluation at the
request of the Agency. If a candidate/employee does not meet the medical
standards for the position, s/he may request a waiver of the medical standard
by demonstrating with non-medical information that s/he, with or without
reasonable accommodation, can safely perform the essential duties of the
position.

Drug
Testing Requirements: This is a drug testing designated
position. You must complete and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
Employees are subject to drug testing in compliance with the Agency's Drug-Free
Workplace Program.

Physical
Fitness Requirement: You will be required to
successfully pass the Pre-employment Fitness Test. Please see the Pre-employment Fitness Test-1 Readiness Program
for additional information. This is a 6 week program designed to assist you in
achieving a level of physical fitness that will help you successfully pass the
CBP fitness tests.

Interview
Process: You will be required to pass a
face-to-face structured interview (SI).

Driver's
License: You must possess a valid driver's
license.

Any offers of employment
made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable
authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive
U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management
(OPM) guidance.

If you receive a
conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to
complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment,
and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application,
prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may
result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work,
fine, or imprisonment.

All agency employees
are required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for
salary payments.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and
supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification
requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience and
training will be rated using an online self-assessment questionnaire that is
based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. You
will receive a score ranging from 70-100 based on your responses. Your entire
application package will then be reviewed.

Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAOs): Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements
are required to possess certain Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Other
Characteristics (KSAOs) to successfully perform the functions of this position.
Candidates will be asked to demonstrate their ability to perform these KSAOs in
their resume. The KSAs are:

· Skill
in Basic Operation of a Motor Vehicle (e.g., everyday use of vehicles,
parallel parking)

If
you meet minimum qualifications, you will be considered as follows:

1.
Eligible applicants are considered as defined by 5 CFR 302.304(b).

2.
Each qualified 10-point preference eligible who has a 10 percent or more
compensable, service-connected disability is first, followed second by other
10-point preference eligible, and third, by 5-point preference eligible and
last, by non-preference eligible.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Required Documents

Resume:
A resume in English is required. It
must contain your full legal name, address, phone number, complete work
history, a detailed description of your duties, the dates you performed those
duties (MM/DD/YY), as well as your hours worked per week. Please
see the CBP Border Patrol Agent Resume Aid for
specific information and examples.

Assessment
Questionnaire: You must submit the online job
questionnaire.

Veteran's
Documents: If you claim VRA
eligibility you will be required to submit proof of eligibility (DD 214,
Member-4 copy, Certificate of Release or Discharge). If you are qualifying for
VRA eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must also submit documentation as
listed on the SF-15.

Statement of Service (Certification letter): If you are still on active
duty, you must submit certification from the Armed Service showing that you
will be discharged or released from active duty. This certification should
be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain
(1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release
date; (2) campaign badges and expeditionary medals; and (3) the character
of service. View more Veterans Preference.

Age Requirement
Documents: If you are over the age
of 40 you will need to submit proof you are eligible for the position of CBP
Officer. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement
service; you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning date
and end date of creditable Federal civilian (not military) service under Title
5 U.S.C. 8331(20), and Title 5 U.S.C.8401(17). Block 30 of your SF-50 should
show Retirement Code M or O. If you do not meet the age requirement and you are
unable to provide this required documentation, you will not receive
consideration under this announcement. If you are claiming an age waiver based
on veterans' preference, submit the required Veterans' Preference documents. Ensure
that you enter your creditable servicedates in the Job Related
Experience field on the Questionnaire.

Are
you a current or former political appointee?
If you are or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career, SES or
Presidential appointee employee you must submit a copy of your most applicable
SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding
your most recent political appointment:

All
documents must be uploaded through USA Jobs. Documents must be uploaded as the
correct document type or they will not be considered. Example: Resume must be
submitted as a Resume.

It is your responsibility
to verify that information entered, or supporting documents that are
uploaded are received and are accurate. CBP will not modify, change, or
contact you regarding the completeness or accuracy of your application. If a
document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in Application Manager
and you must again upload the document.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How to Apply

To begin your online application, sign into
USA Jobs or create a USA Jobs account if you do not already have one.
Click Apply and follow the online prompts the fill out the
questionnaire and submit your application. Your application packet must include
a completed assessment questionnaire. All application materials, including
transcripts, must be in English. If you are planning to apply using your phone
or tablet, see Browser Compatibility.

Applications
will not be accepted by mail or email. The address posted below is for
inquiries only. You may apply only once. You must submit your resume,
application questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 pm Eastern
time Thursday, April 19, 2018.

Duty Locations: Locations for this
announcement will be negotiated after VRA eligible applicants have cleared all
pre-employment requirements. Locations available are based on the needs of U.S.
Customs and Border Protection at the time an applicant clears all
pre-employment requirements. No location is guaranteed. The U.S. Border
Patrol does not allow the initial assignment of Border Patrol Agent trainees to
duty stations within a 100-mile radius of their pre-employment home of
record. This will not affect your future career decisions or your ability
to apply for or be selected for positions that are near your pre-employment home
of record.

Relocation expenses will not be paid. To
compare the cost of living data, calculate mortgage scenarios or gather
information on communities and schools, see Relocation Tools.

CareerTransition AssistanceProgram (CTAP) and InteragencyCareerTransition AssistanceProgram(ICTAP)Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under CTAP and/or ICTAP, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

CBP encourages women, minorities, and
veterans to apply for an exciting career with Customs and Border Protection.

Applying to this
announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your
application with others in DHS for similar positions.

DHS uses e-Verify, an
internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees
to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and
responsibilities.

Agency contact information

Frontline CBP VRA

Phone

Email

Address

Next steps

You
will be referred for selection consideration during the announcement open
period as you successfully complete the application, online questionnaire,
and upload your documents. Your application and supporting documents will
be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the GL-9
grade level. Applicants who successfully complete the application process
between March 20-29, 2018, will be referred first for selection
consideration. Applicants who subsequently successfully complete the
application process will be referred based on the following application
periods: March 30-April 8, 2018, and April 9-19, 2018. Please
ensure all required documents are uploaded at the time of application. A
valid application does not guarantee selection. Your status will be
updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log into
your USAJOBS account and go to your home page to view active
applications. For detailed status, click on the plus sign (+) next to the
announcement. If you meet minimum qualifications, you will be contacted
for placement into the hiring process.

If you are already in the
pre-employment process for a VRA Border Patrol Agent position and you
reapply under this announcement and are subsequently referred for a position,
your new referral may replace any existing VRA Border Patrol Agent referral,
and may delay your pre-employment processes.

If you meet minimum qualifications, you will be contacted
for placement into the hiring process.

Once in the
pre-employment process, reasonable accommodations will be provided on a
case-by-case basis to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1979 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
both as amended

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.

Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:

An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.

An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.

An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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